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Event Series Field Watchers

Field Watchers

Naper Settlement 523 S. Weber Street, Naperville, IL, United States

Every Tuesday Starting March 5 β€’ 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM β€’ Free Program β€’ Pre-Registration Required β€’ For Students (6-12) and their Parents/Caregivers β€’ Adults must accompany students Unleash your curiosity every Tuesday while exploring the wonders of agriculture, STEM, and nature! This program is for parents and elementary-age students (6-12 years old). Topics include: Coding:...

Free

Science Explorers: Owl Pellet Dissection

Elmwood Park Public Library 1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park, IL, United States

Ever wonder what's in an Owl Pellet? Here's your chance to find out! Learn two methods for dissecting an owl pellet: dry dissection and wet dissection. Ages 10-18 with a caregiver. Registration required.

Free

Builder Buddies Intergenerational LEGO Build-Off

Lemont Public Library 50 E Wend St, Lemont, IL, United States

Working together with and adult buddy, your child will complete different building challenges using LEGOs.

Free

DeKalb County Earth Fest and Screening of “Common Ground”

Egyptian Theatre 135 N 2nd Street, Dekalb, United States

DeCarbon DeKalb, in collaboration with Northern Illinois University, is proud to present Earth Fest, a FREE, family-friendly Earth Week event dedicated to celebrating local sustainability and fostering community engagement. Taking place on April 18th at the historic Egyptian Theater in downtown DeKalb, Illinois, Earth Fest promises a festive, inclusive evening filled with exciting activities, educational...

Free

Exotic Animal Show

Fox Valley Mall 195 Fox Valley Center, Aurora, IL, United States

Join us for a hands-on educational experience with Crosstown Exotics Animal Show on Friday, April 19th at 4pm in Center Park. This event is free and open to all ages. Crosstown Exotic’s reptile shows explore the prehistoric world of reptiles and amphibians and how they have been able to survive since the age of the...

Free
Event Series Coding Club

Coding Club

Prospect Heights Public Library 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights, IL, United States

Join our code master and think like a computer while programming with cool games and activities! Perfect for beginner coders. Register for one session only.

Free

Outdoor Cooking

Camp Bullfrog Lake 9600 Wolf Road, Willow Springs, IL, United States

Cooking outdoors is easy and fun! Learn how to prepare food both over a fire and on a stove. Ages 12-17 w/adult.

Free

Earth Day: A Party for the Planet

Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United States

Every day is Earth Day at Brookfield Zoo, but on this very special day, we'll be showcasing some of the steps you can take that will truly make a difference for animals across the globe! If you've been storing items in your basement and garage, waiting for the perfect time and most Earth-friendly way to...

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